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Hello Everyone,

I hope everyone has been enjoying these beautiful blue sky days. I just wanted to let you know that the following Chemainus Theatre trips are now open for registration for both Esquimalt and Victoria. 

Victoria: Crystal Pool. Phone 250-361-0732, register in person or register online at www.victoria.ca/recreation. 

Esquimalt: Esquimalt Rec.  Phone 250-412-8500, register in person or online at www.esquimalt.ca/parks-recreation/programs-registration.  

Sound of Music Based on the story of the von Trapp family singers, this thrilling and inspirational family musical follows the romantic story of Captain von Trapp and governess Maria as they fall in love and bring a family together, during the turbulent and frightening time preceeding World War II. No refund after Feb. 13th. Transportation, gratuities, tickets and buffet lunch included.      

W       Mar. 13th     10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.                 $140                    

Esq.   10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 

The Foreigner A painfully shy Englishman named Charlie takes a room at Betty Meeks’ Fishing Lodge and pretends he can’t speak a word of English to avoid his pathological fear of social interactions. This new role as “foreigner” makes him the unwitting confidante for the other residents and visitors when Charlie overhears more than he is meant to – with hilarious results!  No refundafter Mar. 24th.

Transportation, gratuities, tickets and buffet lunch included.      

W       Apr24th        10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.                   $130                    

Esq.   10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.                   

Mamma Mia On a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, ABBA’s enchanting, timeless hits propel this beautiful and funny tale of love, friendship, and identity. Sophie is about to be married and is determined to find the father she’s never known, to give her away at the wedding.The problem? She has peeked in her mother’s diary and discovered her father could be any one of three men! Sophie brings her three potential birth fathers to the island, bringing her mother face-to-face with her distant past, as they all prepare for a wedding they’ll never forget!No refund after May. 26th. Transportation, gratuities, tickets and buffet lunch included.                          

W       Jun. 26th       10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.                 $150                    

Esq.    10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 

Don’t forget that return times are approximate as some shows may run longer than others and traffic could be heavy on the highway. 

Other trips that still have space in them are: 

Dinner at Stage & Belfry Theatre Enjoy tapas style of dining before heading to see the show “Bears” at the Belfry Theatre. Bears is an award-winning multi-disciplinary journey through our wondrous and contested environment. Pursued by the RCMP, Floyd has to get out of town fast. Heading through the Rockies for the Pacific, through the forests and along the rivers, he experiences changes – inside and out. Floyd’s journey is assisted by the wildlife he encounters – especially the bears. No refunds.

Tu      Feb 19th        4:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.                  $70                    

Esq.   4:15 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. 

Day in Duncan Enjoy shopping, gallery tours & lunch. Transportation and tours included. Meals are extra.

Th      Mar 7th          9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.         $40                  

Esq.  10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  

Brandt Geese Festival – Parksville/QualicumSee the small goose called the Black Brant as it migrates from California and Mexico to Alaska and stops off in Parksville/Qualicum to rest and feet. Other visitors include pacific herring, sea lions and harbor seals. Transportation included. Meals are extra.

Th      Mar 26          7:45 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.                    $140                     

Esq.   8:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

I hope you are all well. 

Hope to see you soon. 

Shelley 

Shelley Brown

Parks & Recreation Programmer

Parks, Recreation & Facilities

City of Victoria

Mailing Address:  1 Centennial Square, Victoria BC  V8W 1P6

Office Address:  2275 Quadra Street, Victoria BC  V8T 4C4

T 250.361.0705     F 250.361.0723